Mini Hamburgers

Bite-sized and bursting with flavor, these Mini Hamburgers are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or fun dinner option for busy weeknights. Made with juicy ground beef blended with simple seasonings like garlic and onion powder, these sliders are cooked to tender perfection on a skillet or grill in just minutes. Each mini burger is layered with melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, sweet cherry tomato slices, and optional tangy pickles, all nestled inside toasted slider buns. Customize with your favorite condiments—ketchup, mayonnaise, or mustard—to suit your taste. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, these mini hamburgers are sure to delight kids and adults alike at parties, game days, or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 12 pieces Slider buns
• 6 pieces Cheddar cheese slices
• 6 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 6 pieces Cherry tomatoes (sliced)
• 12 slices Pickles (optional)
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Avoid overmixing to keep the meat tender.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 12 equal portions and shape them into small patties, about 2.5 inches in diameter. Use your thumb to press a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Place the mini patties onto the hot skillet or grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until they reach your desired doneness. For medium, the internal temperature should be 160°F (71°C).

Step 5

If using cheese, place half a slice of cheddar cheese onto each patty in the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.

Step 6

Lightly toast the slider buns on the skillet or grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the mini hamburgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a cooked patty, a slice of cherry tomato, a pickle slice, and a drizzle of ketchup, mayonnaise, or mustard as desired.

Step 8

Finish by placing the top half of the bun over the stack and secure with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the mini hamburgers warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1837.5 grams (1837.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3850

Total Fat 215.90g	277%
Saturated Fat 82.10g	410%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 529mg	176%
Sodium 10507mg	457%
Total Carbohydrate 319.00g	116%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 54.40g
Protein 171.70g	343%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 1935mg	149%
Iron 31mg	171%
Potassium 2487mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 32.7%